2006 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee — MOT failures & pass rate
2,114 MOT tests on the 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee are in this dataset, and 73.9% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (27.3% fail rate), the 2006 Cherokee comes out 1.2pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (15.1%) and brakes (13.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, rbt (sp) and ball joint — position lamp alone was recorded 117 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 19.6% in the 30-60k band and 28.8% in the 150k+ band, a 9.2-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 37.9% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 319 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.8% | 291 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.8% | 187 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.0% | 126 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.2% | 109 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.0% | 106 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 117 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 106 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 97 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 88 |
| 5 | Wipers | 87 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 77 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 37.9% | 802 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.7% | 775 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.1% | 446 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 18.6% | 394 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.8% | 356 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.4% | 219 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 112 | 19.6% |
| 60-90k | 476 | 26.3% |
| 90-120k | 759 | 24.9% |
| 120-150k | 510 | 28.0% |
| 150k+ | 243 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,819 | 26.6% |
| Petrol | 295 | 23.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 586 | 25.1% |
| 2022 | 505 | 25.9% |
| 2023 | 418 | 25.8% |
| 2024 | 343 | 27.7% |
| 2025 | 262 | 26.7% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Cherokee
On a 2006 Cherokee, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (13.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (8.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokees pass their MOT?
73.9% of the 2,114 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by brakes (13.8%).
Does the 2006 Cherokee get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.6% in the 30-60k band to 28.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,114 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.